2001 Audi TT vs. 2001 Kia Potentia
To start off, both 2001 Audi TT and 2001 Kia Potentia were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Potentia weights approximately 155 kg more than 2001 Audi TT.
Because 2001 Kia Potentia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Potentia. 2001 Kia Potentia has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2001 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Kia Potentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 2001 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | TT | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
